Parfums de Marly 2013 EDP

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Hamdani

by Fabrice Pellegrin

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Parfums de Marly Hamdani is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2013, created by Fabrice Pellegrin. Hamdani opens with Myrrh and Frankincense, settles into a heart of Guaiac Wood, Clove, and Honey, and dries down to a base of Papyrus, Leather, Sandalwood, and Tobacco. Parfums de Marly's Hamdani carries an Acquired verdict, a musk-led wear.

This isn't for the faint of heart or the crowd-pleasing masses. Hamdani is a provocative, divisive beast of a fragrance - you'll either adore its animalic complexity or recoil from its raw, unapologetic nature. Definitely try before you buy.
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  • Masculine
  • Woody
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Hamdani Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Winter
Also Works:
Fall

A cold-weather scent - best worn in winter and autumn.

Best Occasions

Also Works:
Date Formal

Its potent, challenging profile and prominent smoky, leathery accords make it unsuitable for office or casual wear. Best reserved for formal events or evening dates where its unique character can be appreciated without offending. This fragrance doesn't scream 'mass appeal', making it less versatile for everyday settings.

Ingredients and allergens

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About

Hamdani opens with a potent, almost medicinal burst of frankincense and myrrh, quickly giving way to a rich, dark leather. A deep, smoky woodiness from guaiac wood and papyrus emerges, subtly sweetened by honey and spiced with clove, whilst a raw, animalic musk underpins the entire composition. It's a journey into ancient forests and well-worn materials, with a deep, balsamic amber holding it all together into the dry down.

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